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Pair of French Midcentury 1950s Black Lacquered Open Arm Chairs Scmit, Paris
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French midcentury (1950s) black lacquered open arm chair with red leather upholstered seat
Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Very Fine Carved Snakes Arms Twisted Legs Finials Antique Gothic Arm Chair MINT
By J. Horner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very Fine Carved Snakes Arms Twisted Legs Finials Antique Gothic Arm Chair MINT!
Category

20th Century American Gothic Revival Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Pair French Empire Tub Chairs Arm Chair Fauteil Gilt Frame
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning pair of French Empire style gilt tub arm chairs These really are every interior designers
Category

1980s Empire Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Faux Carved Twig Wood Eye Theme Arm Lounge Fireside Arm Chairs White Wash MINT
By Baker Furniture Company, Columbus Hickory Furniture Co., Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Faux Carved Twig Wood & Eye Theme Arm Lounge Fireside Arm Chairs White Wash. Frames are mint
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Art Deco French Arm Chair in Walnut
Located in Houston, TX
The comfortable desk chair is from the Art Deco period in France. It has been newly reupholstered
Category

1940s French Art Deco Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Four McGuire Arm Chairs with White Washed Finish, Great Scale for Comfort
By McGuire
Located in Buchanan, MI
Four McGuire arm chairs with white washed finish, great scale for comfort. Upholstery in pristine
Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Vintage Roche Bobois Club Lounge Arm Chairs Mid Century Modern MINT!
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Vintage Roche Bobois Club Lounge Arm Chairs Mid Century Modern MINT!
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Walnut Carved Tolled Leather Sling Seats Arm Chairs by Angel Pazmino
By Angel Pazmino, Edmond J. Spence
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of walnut carved tolled leather sling seats arm chairs by Angel Pazmino.
Category

20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Sofa Arm Chair by John Stuart, Original Upholstery
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Danish Modern teak sofa arm chair by John Stuart. Original Upholstery Dimensions. 81 W
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Rare Mid Century Studio Craft Sculptural Walnut Arm Chair by James Martin
By James Martin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Mid Century Studio Craft Sculptural Walnut Arm Chair by James Martin. Handmade in the USA
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 1986 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Imago Arm Chairs in Black Leather
By Mario Bellini, Vitra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of vintage 1986 Vitra Figura arm chairs, designed by Mario Bellini. These
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair Antique Heavily Carved Walnut Cherub North Wind Faces Arm Chairs New Uphols
By R.J. Horner Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Antique Heavily Carved Walnut Cherub North Wind Faces Arm Chairs New Upholstery MINT!
Category

20th Century American Gothic Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggins Swivel Arm Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
An eye-popping geometric swivel chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The chair is
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid Century Arm Chairs - Pair
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid Century Arm Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 25 wide x 22 deep x
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 Mahogany Leather Arm Chairs, Danish Overseas Imports, c. 1960 s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, limited set of Danish-designed arm chairs constructed from solid mahogany and
Category

1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

New Oatmeal Tweed Upholstery Oiled Walnut Side Arm Chairs Jens Risom Style MINT!
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New Oatmeal Linen Blend Tweed Upholstery Oiled Walnut Side Arm Chairs Jens Risom Style MINT!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Linen, Walnut

Arm Chair Attributed to Martin Visser t Spectrum, The Netherlands
By t Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Hellouw, NL
Minimalistic arm chair attributed to Martin Visser 't Spectrum, The Netherlands. The wooden frame
Category

1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chinese Carved Hardwood Horseshoe Ming Style Barrel Back Lounge Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chinese Carved Hardwood Horseshoe Ming Style Barrel Back Lounge Arm Chair. Item features a solid
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wood

Baker Furniture Mid Century Brass Arm Chairs, a Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Baker Furniture mid century brass arm chairs - a pair Each chair measures: 22 wide x 25 deep x
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Empire Style Birch Upholstered Library Accent Arm Chair Green
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century French Empire Style Upholstered Arm Chair. Made from birch with a high back
Category

Late 20th Century Empire Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Vintage Green Metal Aluminum Basket Weave Patio Porch Outdoor Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Green Metal Aluminum Basket Weave Patio Porch Outdoor Arm Chair. Item features perforated
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Birch Wood Pair Of Arm Chairs By Designer Juan Gamboa, Spain, Mid Century
By Juan Gamboa
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Spanish pair of arm chairs by designer Juan Gamboa. Very comfortable. Newly
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

Philippe Starck Baleri Italia Richard III Arm Chair
By Philippe Starck
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of fiberglass Richard III lounge chairs, by Philippe Starck. Open at the side, and supported
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Other

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Arm Chair
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen are the Danish duo that designed this easy chair. The chair
Category

1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Ward Bennett Bent Wood Arm Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Mid-Century Modern mahogany Ward Bennett bent wood arm chairs. They are marked
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura Mid Century Wrought Iron Patio Arm Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura Mid Century Wrought Iron Patio Arm Chair. Item features heavy
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage French Victorian Style Carved Mahogany Frame Lounge Parlor Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Vintage French Victorian Style Carved Mahogany Frame Lounge Parlor Arm Chair. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Adrian Pearsall Ivory White High Back Arm Chair with Black Piping Model 1865-C
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Striking high back arm chair by Adrian Pearsall immediately adds a sense of Mid Century Modern high
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Leather Swivel Arm Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
quality taupe leather. Tub style rounded chair on a swivel chrome base. Enjoy the best of retro design
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Egyptian Revival Lion Sphinx Wrought Iron Regency Style Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Egyptian Revival Lion Sphinx Wrought Iron Regency Style Arm Chair. Item features a heavy
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Regency Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Two Solid Pine Side Arm Chairs by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals, 1970s
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of two arm chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals, 1970s, Denmark
Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Pine

Kindel Furniture Federal Carved Mahogany Arm Chairs, Pair
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Federal or Hepplewhite style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Kindel
Category

1980s American Federal Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pine and Saddle Leather Arm Chairs, France, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Pine and saddle leather arm chairs, France 1940s. A striking pair of French armchairs in
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura Mid Century Modern Iron Patio Dining Arm Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura Mid Century Modern Iron Patio Dining Arm Chair. Circa Mid 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Woodard Sculptura White Hexagon Table and 4 Arm Chairs Mid Century Modern
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
The Woodard Sculptura White Hexagon Table and four Arm Chairs epitomize mid-century modern elegance
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Metal

Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair. Circa Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Vintage English Queen Anne Style Mahogany Walnut Gooseneck Blue Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Queen Anne Style Walnut Gooseneck Blue Arm Chair. Item features a solid mahogany
Category

Mid-20th Century Queen Anne Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Walnut

1980s Vintage Regency Mahogany Upholstered Arm Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
repaired and barely noticeable to our opinion. See pictures. Otherwise chairs are in excellent condition
Category

Late 20th Century American Regency Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of American Mid Century bamboo turned arm chairs, 1950 s
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of vintage bamboo turned hardwood arm chairs joined with bamboo lashings and fitted with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo, Hardwood

Vintage Chinese Elm Wood Ming Yoke Back Lacquered Asian Scholars Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Elm Wood Ming Yoke Back Lacquered Asian Scholars Arm Chair. Believed to be Circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wood

Horst Bruning Arm Chairs Model 6911 Kill Germany, 1968
By Horst Bruning
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
, manufactured by Kill International Stuttgart, Germany 1968. These quality chairs have solid steel, matt chrome
Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Palm Beach Fretwork Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs Dining Upholstered
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage fretwork, Chinese chippendale arm chairs. Im selling these as pairs, with 2
Category

1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pietro Arosio “Mirandolina” Arm Chairs for Zanotta, Italy, 1993
By Pietro Arosio, Zanotta
Located in Almelo, NL
Pietro Arosio “Mirandolina” Arm Chairs for Zanotta, Italy, 1993 – 22 Available, Priced Per Chair
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair Planner Group Arm Chairs by Paul McCobb for the Planner Group, 1950s
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group Arm Chairs. Solid Maple construction with original black lacquer
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Maple

Caned and Ebonized Arm Chair Designed by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Stamford, CT
A sharp looking ebonized chair with caned side panels designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair Gilt Thrones Arm Chairs Hand Carved Lions Heads
Located in Potters Bar, GB
More bling than a Made In Chelsea series, you are viewing a pair of large gilt thrones Hand carved with distinctive lions heads for the arms Top of the elaborate back rest almost six...
Category

1980s Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970 s English Penny Dining Arm Chairs - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Workshop Report: Our workshop team inspect every product and carry out any needed repairs to ensure that everything leaves us serviced and maintained ready for many more years of lif...
Category

1970s English Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Pine

60s 70s Dining Chair Arm Chair Danish Design Oak Eiche Denmark
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s dining chair arm chair Danish Design Oak Eiche Denmark 60s Object: armchair
Category

1960s European Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Arm Chairs in the style of Tobia Scarpa, Kravet Ivory Boucle, 1970s
By Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Miami, FL
Arm Chairs in the style of Tobia Scarpa, Made in Italy 1970s, Price is for one chair, in total five
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Arm Chairs in the style of Tobia Scarpa, Kravet Ivory Boucle, 1970s
By Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Miami, FL
Arm Chairs in the style of Tobia Scarpa, Made in Italy 1970s, Price is for one chair, in total five
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik Teak Wood Mid Century Danish Modern Arm Chair
By V. Schou Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik Teak Wood Mid Century Danish Modern Arm Chair. Item featured has a solid
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Louis XVI Style Throne or Arm Chairs, Paint Decorated Frames
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of finely upholstered Louis XVI style throne or arm chairs in paint decorated frames. Each
Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Frances Elkins Loop Arm Chairs
By Frances Elkins
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A fabulous set of four Frances Elkins loop chairs. The armchairs are based on the 1930’s iconic
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Stunning, Unusual Pair Rattan/ Bamboo Arm Chairs, Attrib to Danny Ho Fong
By McGuire, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matching Pair Curved High Back Stylized Rattan Arm Chairs, Attributed to Danny Ho Fong (Designer
Category

1970s Organic Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

6 Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 2 Chinese Chippendale dining chairs by Century Furniture Faux bamboo in an antiqued
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 12 English Regency Green and Gilt Damask Upholstered Arm Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 12 English Regency style (20th Century) parcel gilt & green painted open dining arm chairs
Category

20th Century British Regency Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set of 6 Mahogany Leather Arm Chairs, by Danish Overseas Imports, c. 1960 s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, limited set of Danish-designed arm chairs constructed from solid mahogany and
Category

1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arm Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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Vintage Arm Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage arm chairs available for sale. The range of distinct vintage arm chairs — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Vintage arm chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage arm chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco vintage arm chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made vintage arm chairs over the years, but those made by Charles and Ray Eames, Knoll and Milo Baughman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Arm Chairs?

Prices for vintage arm chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage arm chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,950.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Vintage Arm Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A chair with arms is an armchair.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.